Sourced from Italy. Bergamot, Botanical name Citrus Bergamia, is a tree that is a hybrid between a lemon tree and an orange tree. Bergamot oil is obtained by cold-pressing, extracted from the peel of the bergamot orange fruit. It is highly sought after around the world, due to its numerous health benefits. Caution: This essential oil is very photosensitive and should not be used in applications that require exposure to sunlight. (Q) Can I use this oil on my lip balm, face cream, DIY projects or etc? (A) Yes. But dilute properly. (Q) Is this oil Therapeutic grade, medicinal grade or aromatherapy grade? (A) There is no organization that regulates therapeutic quality. That terms are only for marketing purposes. Actually, NAHA disallows membership to those companies that use these terms. (Q) Can I apply this oil directly on my skin? (A) It is always recommend to dilute properly with such as US Organic carrier oils (ex. Avocado oil, coconit oit, and Jojoba oil) Undiluted use of essential oils on the skin can be harmful and potentially cause severe irritation or sensitization. Using 2% essential oil dilution is generally considered as safe guideline for topical application of essential oils on adults.